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Sons and Daughters In Touch
America’s Gold Star Children
from the Vietnam War
Sons and Daughters In Touch is an all-volunteer, national support organization committed to uniting the Gold Star sons and daughters of American servicemen who were killed, or who remain missing, as a result of the Vietnam War.
In addition, our membership includes family members and many military veterans who served with our fathers — all dedicated to furthering the mission of SDIT.
Sons and Daughters In Touch
America’s Gold Star Children
from the Vietnam War
Sons and Daughters In Touch is an all-volunteer, national support organization committed to uniting the Gold Star sons and daughters of American servicemen who were killed, or who remain missing, as a result of the Vietnam War.In addition, our membership includes family members and many military veterans who served with our fathers — all dedicated to furthering the mission of SDIT.
Our Mission
Sons and Daughters in Touch
To locate, unite and provide support to the Gold Star ‘sons and daughters’ and other family members of those who died or remain missing as a result of the Vietnam War; to produce a periodic e-newsletter providing important information to all SDIT stakeholders; to promote healing via networking and special projects, to regularly address other Gold Star family organizations, high schools and college classes in hopes of providing education on the historical and emotional legacy of war.
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EVENTS 2023
Gold Star Film Screenings
On May 10, join SDIT and other organizations for this film festival at the Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Hall in Washington, DC.
Each of these films shares a message of resilience and triumph as Gold Star Families confront the tragedies of war. Though the Vietnam War is the subject of these films, the underlying messages apply to wars and conflicts that occurred before and after America’s 20 years of conflict in SE Asia.
Use the QR Code here to reserve seats at this free event!
Run to Remember Tribute Mile
In a salute to those who gave their lives in the Vietnam War, wear blue: Run to Remember will hold a Circle of Remembrance at 9AM EST on May 13th.
Prior to the walking/running event on the National Mall, the names and faces of 200 fathers of SDIT members will be honored in the Circle of Remembrance that is part of the Vietnam War Commemoration’s ‘Welcome Home!’ program.
Gary Sinise Foundation concert
The Gary Sinise Foundation proudly presents a free concert by the Lt. Dan Band on May 26th.
Use this QR Code to reserve seats for the concert which is a Welcome Home tribute to Vietnam Veterans and takes place at DAR Constitution Hall!
Gold Star Families Remembrance Week – September 19-25, 2021
On September 15, United States Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith (MS) and Raphael Warnock (GA) co-sponsored a resolution declaring September 19-25 as National Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. Sons and Daughters In Touch are deeply grateful for this acknowledgment of...
Gold Star Children’s Day – August 1, 2021!
United States Senators Roger Wicker (MS) and Joe Manchin (WV) co-sponsored a resolution designating August 1 as National Gold Star Children's Day! World War l To better understand the meaning and significance of the Gold Star tradition, view the video the Department...
Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
In solidarity with our brothers and sisters who still await news of the fates of their fathers, Sons and Daughters In Touch is pleased to see the official POW/MIA Flag flying again atop the White House. Appropriately, today — April 9 — is "Former Prisoner of War...